Trump Announces Maduro's Capture During American Attack on Venezuela

Trump's Statement on His Social Platform

United States President Donald Trump declared on his Truth Social platform that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been "captured and removed from the country." This assertion was made amidst rising tensions between the United States and Venezuela, highlighted by airstrikes over the capital, Caracas.

Trump posted this information on January 3, 2026, provoking reactions across social media. According to reports, explosions were heard in Caracas as planes and helicopters flew over the city, heightening a sense of uncertainty and fear among residents.

A Venezuelan journalist described the moments during the airstrikes, emphasizing the confusion and panic among citizens. "It was a night of nightmares," he stated. Meanwhile, the international community watches the developments in Venezuela with growing concern.